✭Matinée Wednesday: Round Twenty-Nine…
Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps has got to be one of the funniest shows that I have ever seen. Usually when we think of Hitchcock’s work, we thing of spooky, unsettling thrillers, but not in this case. This show is funny, witty and packed with physical comedy. Originally opening on Broadway, and winning two Tony Awards during that run, just before the start of the third season, the production moved Off-Broadway to the New World Stages.
The show is a murder mystery which is centered around Richard Hannay. At the show’s open, Hannay contemplates his humdrum life before being quickly swept into the chaos which ensues. The show is fast-paced, but never moves too quickly that the audience is unsure of what is happening.
With an ensemble of just four, it is truly hilarious to see these incredibly talented actors take on all 140 roles. Cross-dressing, costume changes — they do everything to pull it off. I would definitely recommend this show to everyone. If you’re looking for a fun diversion, this is a show that shouldn’t be missed!
